May weather forecast
Guamal, Colombia

May, the last month of the spring in Guamal, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.8°C (74.8°F) and an average high of 33.2°C (91.8°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Guamal experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.2°C (91.8°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. Guamal's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a moderately hot 23.8°C (74.8°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Guamal, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Guamal, during May, the rain falls for 27.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 179mm (7.05") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Guamal, there are 269.3 rainfall days, and 1479mm (58.23") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Guamal, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:40 and sunset at 18:07. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 18:13 -05.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Guamal is 10h.

UV index

In Guamal, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Protection against sun damage is needed. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.